This easy Chicken Stir Fry recipe is loaded with fresh veggies and the most delicious sauce made with honey, soy sauce, and toasted sesame oil! This healthy recipe takes 20 minutes to make and will wow your family with it’s amazing flavor! Makes sure to try my Easy Cashew Chicken and 20 Minute Sesame Chicken with Broccoli too!
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Chicken Stir Fry
If you are looking for quick and easy weeknight dinners, and I mean, who isn’t? Stir fry dinners are the way to go. You get your protein, your veggies, your everrrything in one skillet and less than 2o minutes later, the fam is at the table eating a healthy dinner. Can you say winning?
I am a huge fan of one skillet dinners and make them at least a few times each week. Meals like Cheesy Kielbasa, Rice and Broccoli Skillet, 20 Minute Skillet Chicken and Spinach Parmesan, and 20 Minute Skillet Monterey Chicken are what get me through the week, sanity intact.
This chicken stir fry is about as easy as it gets. It starts with some cubed chicken breast, although chicken thighs also work well. I like to start with the chicken when I’m making a stir fry because as they brown, they create a layer of flavor in the skillet. When the veggies get added, the pick up some of that flavor and then develop their own. It’s these layers that give so much depth to this easy recipe. And then it’s time for the sauce…
Chicken Stir Fry Sauce
I feel like the sauce can be often overlooked when making stir fry. It’s really what gives the dish so much flavor and pulls the entire meal together. The sauce I used for this stir fry is what makes it the best chicken stir fry recipe.
It’s a combination of these simple ingredients:
- Honey – for a touch of sweetness which makes this chicken stir fry universally loved by adults and kids alike.
- Toasted Sesame Oil – gives this dish some Asian flair. The oil is very strong so you don’t want to go crazy here.
- Soy Sauce – it’s just not a stir fry without soy sauce! Great flavor but make sure to buy low-sodium!
- Chicken Broth – this will thin out the sauce a bit and add some flavor.
- Corn Starch & Water – creates thickness in the sauce when brought to a boil at the end.
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes – completely optional but adds great flavor and a bit of a kick to the dish.
Each ingredient plays a crucial role in the stir fry sauce so you really don’t want to leave anything out.
The fresh veggies and simple, delicious sauce are what really sets this stir fry apart from others. While it can be tempting to just use a bag of frozen stir fry mix, if you can, fresh is best.
What Kind of Vegetables Do You Put In Stir Fry?
I used one of my favorite stir fry veggies in this recipe, broccoli, along with carrots and peppers. You can use virtually any vegetable in a stir fry including snow peas, green beans, mushroom, onions, sugar snap peas, and green onions.
My boys are big time broccoli fans which came as a complete and total shock to me years ago when this revelation first came to light. Needless to say, they were a bit on the jealous side when I had the opportunity to visit an Earthbound Farm Organic broccoli farm a few weeks back, thanks to my ongoing partnership with Safeway.
I have been on several farm trips so far and let me tell you, they are always so eye opening. Lordy! So much work you guys! It never fails that I walk away with a newfound appreciation and respect for not just the produce, but the farmers and companies who are working so hard to get quality produce onto our tables.
After a wonderful farm tour, we headed to Carmel where we enjoyed a delicious lunch at Earthbound Farm’s Farm Stand courtesy of Safeway, Foster Farms, La Tourangelle, and, of course Earthbound Farm. We had an opportunity to sample so many amazing products and create our own salads – so fun!
I was so excited to get home and pull together this easy chicken stir fry recipe featuring these fantastic brands and I know my people. You guys are prepping for the holidays, eating lots of sweets and treats, and in need of a healthy, fast dinner for your families.
For more recipe ideas, be sure to check out Earthbound Farm Organic, Foster Farms, and La Tourangelle. And head on over to Safeway online to get $20 off + FREE delivery, with your first online order when you spend $75 or more – enter promo code SAVE20. Valid before 12/31/18.
I sure hope you give this easy chicken stir fry a try soon!
More chicken recipes you MUST try!
- Easy Glazed Honey Balsamic Chicken
- Buttermilk Ranch Oven Fried Chicken
- Cheesy Chicken Broccoli and Rice Casserole
- Honey BBQ Chicken Strips
- The BEST Chicken Marinade Recipe
How To Make Chicken Stir Fry
Chicken Stir Fry Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into 1 inch cubes
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil divided
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1/2 red bell pepper cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1/2 cup baby carrots sliced
- 2 tsp minced ginger
- 2 garlic cloves minced
Stir Fry Sauce
- 1 tbsp corn starch
- 2 tbsp cold water
- 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Stir Fry Sauce
- In a medium size bowl, whisk together corn starch and water. Add remaining ingredients (chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, and toasted sesame oil, red pepper flakes) and whisk to combine. Set aside.
- Add one tablespoon of olive oil to a large skillet or wok and heat over medium high heat.
- Add chicken (in batches if necessary) and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- Reduce heat to medium and add remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet.
- Add broccoli, bell pepper, and carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, just until crisp tender. Add ginger and garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add chicken back into the skillet and stir to combine.
- Whisk stir fry sauce and pour over chicken and vegetables and stir gently to combine.
- Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, and let boil for one minute.
- Serve with rice and/or chow mein if desired.
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Alana says
My boyfriend and I loved this recipe so much we made it two days in a row
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
That’s so awesome Alana! Thank you!
Zelia says
Loved it! I was in a hurry and steamed the veggies a bit in the microwave before adding them to the pan. Added extra ginger – because it’s amazing – and also doubled the chicken and the veggies. Served it with brown rice. Absolutely delicious!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you so much Zeila!
Terri says
I love the original recipe, however, I tried boneless pork cut into small cubes instead of the chicken, and substituted pineapple juice for the chicken stock, soo good!
Calla Cooper says
This is a personal message to you Ms Trish…I am addicted to your recipes and have never tried a single one. I’ve subscribed to your page for daily ideas and print most of them off…One day I plan to make a recipe book of them. Both my husb. and have health issues and can’t get around to cook these days and so we have Jenny Craig meals every meal. They really aren’t bad and just require heating up and we both need to lose weight. But the day things change, your recipes are ready and waiting. You must be a pro photographer or have a pro taking the pictures as they are so beautiful and tasty looking…I don’t know how you have the time and energy to test so many and keep up this wonderful recipe spot, but I for one, truly appreciate your efforts… Keep up the good work…
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Oh Calla I hope you and your husband start feeling better soon ♥️And thank you so much! I really appreciate this!
Bob says
Should the sauce be thick? My came out a bit watery. Maybe not enough corn starch? Anyways it was delicious and I will make again and try to work harder on the sauce. Thanks
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
You could add a touch more or let it simmer a little longer and it will thicken up some more. So glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Erin says
This recipe was absolutely delicious! The whole family enjoyed it, including all 5 kids! I’ve tried plenty of homemade sauces and this is my favorite ever! Loved it!!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you so much Erin!
April Phucas says
This is my first and only attempt at a stir fry because I’m saving this recipe forever! It’s amazing and I could just drink the sauce! My husband absolutely loved the spicy kick! If I could give it 10 stars I would!
Melba says
This recipe was yummy. A big hit with my husband and the next day it was even better.
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
I love leftovers of this recipe too Melba – so good!
Amber says
Will it make a big difference if I don’t have sesame oil?
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Actually, yes. The sesame oil adds a TON of flavor to this dish so don’t leave it out.
Tyler says
I just used teriyaki instead of sesame oil… it turned out great I also put some oranges in it
Karen Lyon says
My huband and I loved this stir fry! The red pepper added just enough zip to make it enjoyable.
I used frozen veggies along with some cabbage and celery top. We will make this again.
JENNIFER l PALOS says
So easy and delicious. I just added more pepper flakes cuase we like it spicy. This will be something I make from now on when craving chinese. Do you know a good recipe for chow main? My kids just like the noodles but I cant find a recipe I like.
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Yes! So happy you enjoyed the recipe Jennifer! Chow mein is on my list of recipes to post so hopefully soon!
Jo says
Loved it! Substituted snap peas for the carrots. Awesome. My husband said he could definitely have this again.
Maura says
This is a terrific recipe- very easy to cook and a great result, – very popular in my house…no leftovers…Loved the marinade….I added lots of veg – as found in the fridge on the day – peppers onions peas carrots. Was a hit . I made it twice so far.
Mary says
Delicious. My new go to!
Paige says
This turned out so good! The sauce is great. Not too sweet, which I really like! I added matchstick carrots at the very end because that’s what I had. Yum!!
Mumsy says
This was delicious!! THANKS SO MUCH!!